Dimness and Shine

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Dimness noun - The state of being poorly illuminated.

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Shine is an antonym for dimness.

Nearby Words: dim, dimly

Shine noun - Brightness created by light reflected from a surface.

Usage example: the troop inspector insisted on nothing less than a dazzling shine from every pair of shoes in the line of review

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Dimness is an antonym for shine.

Nearby Words: shining, shiny, shiner

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